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Arjun Singh pledges loyalty to Gandhi family

Arjun Singh pledges loyalty to Gandhi family

Rediff.com11 May 2008

"I am pained at the needless and irrelevant controversies that are sought to be raised in the book published by Dr K L Nanadanji and presented to the Hon'ble President of India on May 9, 2008. I have no desire to join issue with any one on this matter and I respect the views of all my colleaguues, who have thought it proper to comment on it," Arjun said in his statement.

Suyash Sharma: From Delhi's cricketing turmoil to IPL stardom

Suyash Sharma: From Delhi's cricketing turmoil to IPL stardom

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Suyash battles through Delhi cricket politics to shine in IPL

Engineer turned cricketer is now an RCB fan favourite

Engineer turned cricketer is now an RCB fan favourite

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Shahbaz, one of the pillars of the Bengal Ranji Trophy side, is also an integral part of Royal Challengers Bangalore

Australia lose spin coach Sridharan Sriram to IPL

Australia lose spin coach Sridharan Sriram to IPL

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Sridharan Sriram, who played eight ODIs between 2000 and 2004, was part of the Australian coaching set up since 2015.

A P&W story: From giving wings to aviation in India to Go First grounding

A P&W story: From giving wings to aviation in India to Go First grounding

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Its association with India is over 70 years old and spans both civil and military aviation. The Douglas DC-3 transport aircraft used by the air force beginning the 1940s and the iconic Boeing 747 aircraft flown by Air India, both had Pratt & Whitney (P&W) engines. The Indian Air Force's present-day, heavy-lift C-17 Globemaster III and the yet-to-be-inducted C-295 planes, too, have P&W power plants.

Recession-hit Queen 'to go bankrupt in 2 yrs'

Recession-hit Queen 'to go bankrupt in 2 yrs'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

The Queen could be broke in two years courtesy the recession.

Essar takes 51% stake in Uganda, Congo telcos

Essar takes 51% stake in Uganda, Congo telcos

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

Already with a presence in Kenya's telecom sector through a brand called 'Yu', Essar is looking to strengthening its foothold in the rapidly growing African market.

COVID jab didn't hurt at all, says Britain's Queen

COVID jab didn't hurt at all, says Britain's Queen

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

In a rare reference to private health matters, the 94-year-old monarch backed the National Health Service led vaccination programme in the UK during a video call earlier this week with health officials coordinating the rollout across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Scindia rewarded for delivering MP to BJP

Scindia rewarded for delivering MP to BJP

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

More than a year after playing a key role in installation of a Bharatiya Janata Party government in Madhya Pradesh, Jyotiraditya Scindia was rewarded with a berth in the Union Cabinet, a familiar terrain for the Rajya Sabha member who had served as a junior minister in the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government.

UK gives asylum to Saudi Princess

UK gives asylum to Saudi Princess

Rediff.com20 Jul 2009

In an unpublicised case, a young Saudi Arabian princess has been granted asylum by the British government after she pleaded that she would face the death penalty if she returned home with her illegitimate child.The young woman, married to an elderly member of the Royal Family of Saudi Arabia, won her claim for refugee status after telling a judge that her adulterous affair with her non- Muslim English boyfriend made her liable to death by stoning if she returned.

We'll like to get answers: Hoax call nurse's family

We'll like to get answers: Hoax call nurse's family

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

The distraught family of an Indian-origin nurse, who got caught up in a prank call made to a hospital treating Prince William's wife Kate, believe she died of shame after falling for the hoax. Jacintha Saldanha, 46, was found dead at the nurses' quarters next to the private King Edward VII hospital in Marylebone, central London on Friday.

'Kohli should have a breather'

'Kohli should have a breather'

Rediff.com28 May 2022

'He just needs a breather. Go and get some time with your family.'

Tharoor campaign: Chai, auto ride & princesses

Tharoor campaign: Chai, auto ride & princesses

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

What is it like to be canvassing for votes, especially when you want to do it in style? As the general elections inch closer, Shashi Tharoor, the Congress parliamentarian from Thiruvananthapuram, shows us just what it takes to campaign. Here's a glimpse of the 'master of words' out seeking votes and we can't help but wonder if he's schooling his constituents on some new words from the famed 'Tharoor' dictionary.

Another jolt to Cong: RPN Singh quits, joins BJP ahead of UP polls

Another jolt to Cong: RPN Singh quits, joins BJP ahead of UP polls

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

I begin a new chapter in my political journey. Jai Hind," he wrote on Twitter sharing his brief resignation letter to Sonia Gandhi.

'Coward' RPN Singh tried to dislodge Jharkhand govt: Cong

'Coward' RPN Singh tried to dislodge Jharkhand govt: Cong

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

Congress spokesperson Gourav Vallabh said Singh was 'not fully committed' towards the party's ideology and that is why he left this fight midway to join the saffron party.

Renowned artist Yusuf Arakkal passes away

Renowned artist Yusuf Arakkal passes away

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Recently, he received the prestigious Lorenzo De Medici Gold Medal, at Florence Internazionale Biennale, in Florence, Italy, for his work Bacon's Man with the Child and Priest.

I will take blame: Smriti after RCB's 4th straight loss

I will take blame: Smriti after RCB's 4th straight loss

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

The defeat has dented RCB's prospects of advancing further.

Does Anant Ambani Look Worried?

Does Anant Ambani Look Worried?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

May we suggest that Rohit Sharma and his boys win their next three games -- against the Royal Chyallengers Bangalore (April 9), the Punjab Kings (April 13), both at the MCA and the Lucknow Super Giants (April 16) at the Brabourne stadium? That would be an apt gift for Mukesh Ambani's 65th birthday on April 19.

Nepal: Prince Paras suffers heart attack

Nepal: Prince Paras suffers heart attack

Rediff.com7 Sep 2007

Prince Paras, son of Gyanendra, suspended king of Nepal, was admitted at Norvic Hospital in Thapathali, Kathmandu, after he suffered a heart attack today, an official said.

Saudi Prince for cutting expatriate work force

Saudi Prince for cutting expatriate work force

Rediff.com3 Feb 2009

Prince Turki, former chief of the Saudi Intelligence Service and former Ambassador to US, said it's not understandable that there should be unemployed people in Gulf or Arab countries, while these nations had millions of foreign workers.

Saudi prince hurt in suicide bombing

Saudi prince hurt in suicide bombing

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

A suicide bomber blew himself up near the prince while he met members of the public in connection with the festival of Ramzan, the Islamic month of fasting, according to the report. Reports suggested that the suicide bomber was a wanted militant who said he wanted to meet the prince, to announce his surrender.

Former cricketer Campbell stable following heart attack

Former cricketer Campbell stable following heart attack

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Ryan Campbell is in a stable condition and is out of sedation just over a week after suffering a heart attack

Royal gains: Lals sell 4.2% in Eicher for Rs 2,100 crore

Royal gains: Lals sell 4.2% in Eicher for Rs 2,100 crore

Rediff.com14 May 2016

At Rs 18,400 per share, value up 100 times since Lehman crisis

FIIs commit $25 bn for RPL issue

FIIs commit $25 bn for RPL issue

Rediff.com22 Apr 2006

To Those Who Fought The Good Fight

To Those Who Fought The Good Fight

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

The fight for freedom was long and hard and that is why it is important to go back to the monuments that celebrate those who fought the good fight.

Saba Ali Khan's bond with Kareena

Saba Ali Khan's bond with Kareena

Rediff.com12 Sep 2008

Saba Ali Khan is her father's choice as trustee of their royal properties, a position of considerable responsibility. She is also Saif's choice as jewellery designer of a special gift for ladylove, Kareena.

Saudi king names son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince

Saudi king names son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

The development has now removed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef as next in line to the throne and replaced him with Mohammed bin Salman, who earlier held the position of the deputy crown prince.

Did George W take drugs?

Did George W take drugs?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2004

Istanbul: Memories And The City

Istanbul: Memories And The City

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

The jewel-encrusted Topkapi dagger and the enormous Spoonmaker's Diamond set amongst two more rows of diamonds were truly gape-worthy!, Letika Saran tells us after a fascinating encounter with Istanbul.

How IPL disappointment spurred Siraj to success in white ball cricket

How IPL disappointment spurred Siraj to success in white ball cricket

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

India pacer Mohammed Siraj said the disappointment of not being able to perform in IPL 2022 pushed him to focus more on white-ball cricket, which is paying rich dividends.

Kerala HC stays award to M F Husain

Kerala HC stays award to M F Husain

Rediff.com12 Sep 2007

The state education and cultural department had announced that Husain will be conferred the award on September 17.

Justice Lalit delivered key verdicts during 74-day stint as CJI

Justice Lalit delivered key verdicts during 74-day stint as CJI

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

CJI Lalit concurred with the minority view of Justice S Ravindra Bhat who held the EWS quota as "unconstitutional" for excluding poor among SCs, STs and OBCs.

8 reasons to love Prince Harry's 'girlfriend'

8 reasons to love Prince Harry's 'girlfriend'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

American actor and entrepreneur Meghan Markle is more than just a royal heir's girlfriend.

Now fabrics with a healing touch

Now fabrics with a healing touch

Rediff.com28 Sep 2005

Women used to visit Sabarimala: minister

Women used to visit Sabarimala: minister

Rediff.com25 Jul 2007

The ban on the entry of women at the hill shrine became strict following a directive of the Kerala high court in 1990 on the basis of an affidavit given by the then government in a related case

Tension mounts as devotees stop women from travelling to Sabarimala

Tension mounts as devotees stop women from travelling to Sabarimala

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, however, told reporters that no one would be allowed to block devotees from proceeding to Sabarimala.

Nepal's Last Emperor?

Nepal's Last Emperor?

Rediff.com22 May 2006

Lawmakers move to reduce Nepal's king into a figurehead.

Cong, BJP share honours in LS bypolls in MP

Cong, BJP share honours in LS bypolls in MP

Rediff.com11 Mar 2007

The annoucement of Sidhi result was preceded by an hour-long drama when BJP alleged vogus voting in four polling booths in Churhat area and asked the Returning Officer to order fresh polling in Bhopal.

Kin believe missing IAF pilot is in Pak jail

Kin believe missing IAF pilot is in Pak jail

Rediff.com5 Mar 2007

Hailing from the Nilambur royal family, Muraleedharan was just 21 when his aircraft was gunned down while flying over Peshawar

Palace politics impacts Gwalior poll

Palace politics impacts Gwalior poll

Rediff.com2 Mar 2007

Jyotiraditya's initial absence from the campaigning gave credence to the belief that members of the royal clan were insulated from within and did not come out openly against each other.